Meet the Indians T-Ball Team! As you can see on the back of their jerseys, Community Bank of Florida is sponsoring the team. There are 13 players, aged 4-6. The Indians play as part of the Lakeland Highlands Babe Ruth Baseball League. Photos here are from the opening ceremonies game a few weekends ago. Team Mom and Lakeland Commercial Loan Administrator Darian Roberts is proud of her son Riley, who is playing his 3rd season of ball. Dad is also involved as the assistant team coach. The season will last for 10 weeks but the CBF banner hanging on the field will stay up all year!

Community Bank of Florida employees put their game faces on for the Annual Homestead/Florida City Chamber of Commerce Chili Cook Off. Kudos to our team captains, Erick Caceres and Andrea Lojos for leading the Chili Team to victory! Their Miami Hurricanes style and theme, “Community Bank of Florida’s #1 Priority is U!” were a big hit. BIG CONRATS to the team for winning 1st PLACE in the OUTHOUSE RACE! Runners Damian Robledo and Jacob Sevilla worked with seasoned toilet roll placer Patty Morales to sail past even the high school racers. Congratulations and thanks again to Myra and Rudy Rivera, their delicious chili placed Second in the Amateur Division’s Most Edible Hot Chili. Thanks to all the employees who helped– from set up to clean up, voting and cheering.

Community Bank of Florida’s Golden Circle recently organized a complimentary “Wills & Trusts” seminar for members and guests. The event was held in Haines City, at the R Place Eatery. After spending time visiting, guests enjoyed dessert and coffee while they listened to local attorney, Patrick Smith. Mr. Smith discussed the options and benefits of having a Will versus a Trust. According to Mr. Smith, if you have $75,000 or more worth of inheritance, you should consult with an attorney on your options. Stay tuned for more Golden Circle events in Polk County!

Community Bank of Florida’s Perrine team recently spent their Sunday at the Cutler Bay Business Association's Annual “Taste of the Bay” Event. Held at the beautiful Palmetto Bay Village Center, this event offers delicious food from local restaurants, plus entertainment for the whole family, including a petting zoo, car show, live music, belly dancing and arts and crafts.

Gary Butler, the Perrine Financial Center Manager, was leading his staff at the business expo and was thrilled at the turnout. Gary stated, "There were hundreds of people who attended the event, and it was great to visit with them. We were very excited that many of the attendees had financial needs we were able to help them with." At the end of the day, the team raffled off a beautiful gift basket full of prizes. Congratulations to Mr. Vince Bruseia of Zoom Groom who won the basket!